2021 GSU Troop Camping Guide by Girl Scouts of Utah

Troop Camping Guide 2021 Theme: Survivor

Troop Camping Guide 2021

Theme: Survivor Table of Contents Important Dates ��3 What is Troop Camping? ��3 Who can participate in Troop Camping? ��3 When is Troop Camping? ��4 When does registration open? ��4 How much does Troop Camping cost? ��4 What do we do at camp? ��4 How do meals work? ��5 What are the roles of camp staff and troop leaders ��5 Where will we sleep? ��5 How do I register for Troop Camping? ��6 Confirmation Timeline and Materials �� 7 Covid-19 �� 7 Disclaimer �� 7 Refund Policy ��8 Other Camp Information ��8 Camp Expectations ��8 Girl to Adult Ratios ��8 Late Arrivals and Early Departures ��9 People with Special Needs ��9 Phones ��9 Security �� 10 Special Dietary Needs �� 10 SWAPS �� 10 Tag-a-Longs and Visitors �� 10 Trading Post (Camp Store) �� 10 Troop/Group Camping 101 �� 10

Health Services �� 11 Camp Forms (Girls and Adults) �� 11 Health Insurance �� 11 Pre-Camp Health Screening �� 11 Initial Health Screening at Camp �� 11 Health Supervisor �� 11 Insect-Related Diseases �� 11 Medications �� 11 Physical Requirements �� 12 Self-Care �� 12 Overview of Programming Options �� 12 Trefoil Ranch Specific Program Options �� 13 Cloud Rim Specific Program Options �� 14 Program Options at Both Camps �� 15 Theme for Troop Camping Sessions �� 16

Troop Camping Guide 2021

Important Dates — February 11-18

Registration Available for Troop Camping

— February 22

Troops Notified of Placement and Receive Link to Program Options in UltraCamp

— March

Outdoor Program Develops Schedules

— April 1

Activity Scholarship Applications Due

— April 2

Troops Receive Schedules and Confirmation Materials

— May 26

Payments Due

What is Troop Camping? Troop camping is a way for girls and their troop leaders to experience camp together with the support of camp staff. Troop camping can also serve as a step in the camp progression before sending girls to summer camp alone or before going camping on your own as a troop.

Who can participate in Troop Camping? All girls entering grades 1–12 in the fall of 2021 are welcome to attend with troop leaders and other adult volunteers from their troop. In order to provide this camping experience to as many girls as possible, troops will be asked to follow girl/adult safety ratios for this program (see Girl to Adult Ratios on pages 8-9 for more information) . At the time of registration, you will be asked how many program spaces your troop will need for the following ages — Girls entering grades 1 — Girls entering grades 2-3 — Girls entering grades 4-5 — Girls entering grades 6-8 — Girls entering grades 9-12 — Adults If your troop registers for more adult spaces than what is needed (per the girl/adult ratios), the Outdoor Program Team will decrease your number of adults.

COVID UPDATES: Due to the pandemic, program details may change as event dates approach. Check our website for the most current information. 3

Troop Camping Guide 2021 When is Troop Camping? This year we are offering four sessions at Camp Cloud Rim and three sessions at Trefoil Ranch. Each session is three days and two nights.

Camp Cloud Rim (Park City) – Wednesday, June 23, at 1:00 p.m. – Friday, June 25, at 1:00 p.m. – Monday, June 28, at 10:00 a.m. – Wednesday, June 30, at 10:00 a.m. – Wednesday, June 30, at 1:00 p.m. – Friday, July 2, at 1:00 p.m. – Monday, August 9, at 10:00 a.m. – Wednesday, August 11, at 10:00 a.m.

Trefoil Ranch (Provo) – Monday, June 14, at 10:00 a.m. – Wednesday, June 16, at 10:00 a.m. – Wednesday, June 16, at 1:00 p.m. – Friday, June 18, at 1:00 p.m. – Monday, July 12, at 10:00 a.m. – Wednesday, July 14, at 10:00 a.m. Note: When you register, you’ll be asked to select your first and second choice of sessions your troop would like to attend.

When does Troop Camping registration open? Troop camping is a very popular Girl Scouts of Utah program. Due to the high demand, it is recommended that troops register as soon as registration opens. The Outdoor Program Team will place as many troops as possible. – Registration Opens: Thursday, February 11, 12:00 p.m. – Registration Closes: Thursday, February 18, 12:00 p.m. Troops who want to register after this date must contact info@gsutah.org for availability.

How much does Troop Camping cost? Troop camping at summer camp is $130 per person. At the time of registration, troops will be required to pay a $100 deposit with a credit card. Final payments are due May 26, 2021, and can be made with Activity Credits, cash, check, and/or credit card. Please note that girls can apply for an activity scholarship if needed.

What do we do at camp? Camp staff and troop leaders will work together to provide a fun, engaging, and relevant outdoor experience for the girls. Camp staff will provide three blocks of program time in addition to an evening activity each night. Once troops are placed in a troop camping session, troop leaders will be guided to fill out a Program Options Form asking them what activities their girls would like to do at camp with camp staff support. The Outdoor Program Team will then create individualized troop schedules based on what troops request and then email these schedules to troops the first week of April.

COVID UPDATES: Due to the pandemic, program details may change as event dates approach. Check our website for the most current information. 4

Troop Camping Guide 2021 Please see individual sections of this document for: –Overview of Programming Options: •Description of all activities available at both camps with grade requirements (pages 12-15).

Troop Schedule Example: If you would like a peek at a Troop Schedule Sample, email info@gsutah.org. Schedules will be different in 2021 as we prepare to run camp with adaptations, such as reduced group sizes, masks, enhanced wellness checks, and enhanced cleaning/sanitation.

How do meals work? Camp will provide all meals and snacks. Camp staff will cook meals in the lodge kitchen. If troops would like the option of doing one cookout, they can. Camp will provide the food and supplies for the cookout, along with camp staff to assist. Troop leaders will be asked about special dietary needs so that all girls and adults have alternative options. Troops may bring their own snacks but need to keep them in their cars or in the camp kitchen and not in living areas.

What are the roles of camp staff and troop leaders? Troop leaders are responsible for providing consistency and supervision for their girls at all times. This includes troop time, camp staff-led activity time, morning and bedtime routines, and meal time. When troops are participating in a camp staff-led activity or workshop, troop leaders are welcome to join in the activity but are also expected to assist their girls. The role of camp staff is to lead activities, interact with campers, facilitate the camp experience, and support troop leaders. Troops will interact with multiple staff during their stay and may not be assigned specific counselors. Camp staff may be sleeping in separate areas from troops. Administrative staff are always available to help troop leaders as needed.

Where will we sleep? Troops will be placed in sleeping areas as needed to best accommodate for physical distancing during troop camping. Girls and adults will typically sleep in separate tents and/or cabins. Troops may share a unit area with other troops, but troops will not intermix in sleeping areas with other troops. Platform Tents – Metal bed frame with a mattress – Wooden floor with a canvas tent Cabins – Metal bed frame with a mattress – Single beds and bunk beds Bunkhouse – Metal bed frame with a mattress – Bunk beds COVID UPDATES: Due to the pandemic, program details may change as event dates approach. Check our website for the most current information. 5

Troop Camping Guide 2021 How do I register for Troop Camping? Tips: — Before registration opens, create or verify your UltraCamp account. — You may register for troop camping in your family’s UltraCamp account or you can have a separate UltraCamp account for your troop registrations. Do not list your troop members in your family OR troop UltraCamp accounts. Visit GSU’s Troop Camping webpage. — Click on “Troop Camping Registration.” Next, click on the “Register for this session” button. — If you have an UltraCamp account, login using your username and password. — If you do not have an UltraCamp account, follow the prompts to “create an account.” You will be asked to enter basic contact information. — We recommend you create the same login as MYGS. (Note: Your account type should be Individual/Family). Once logged in, you will select “Make an individual reservation for” and then click on your own name. — Then you will follow the prompts for registering for the 2021 Troop Camping at Summer Camp registration. You will select your first session choice, second session choice, and the number of attendees you have coming. — You may select the same session choice for your first choice and second choice. Please understand this does not mean you will receive this choice automatically. — The number of girls and adults you enter at the time of registration is a final number and you will be required to pay for that number of individuals prior to May 26, 2021. — You will need to follow the girl-to-adult ratios, per this information packet for Troop Camping. You will then be directed to answer the following questions: — Troop number — Whether you need additional adult support — Lodging requests due to special needs — Number of male adults attending — If you are attending with a “sister” troop Once you read through and acknowledge the agreements and disclaimer, your final step will be to pay the $100 deposit using a debit or credit card.

COVID UPDATES: Due to the pandemic, program details may change as event dates approach. Check our website for the most current information. 6

Troop Camping Guide 2021 Confirmation Timeline and Materials Below is the timeline of communication between the time of registration and your troop camping session: After Registration: Troops will receive an email confirming Girl Scouts of Utah has received your registration. February 18-21: The Outdoor Program Team will place troops in sessions. February 22: All troops will receive an email containing troop camping placement, the Program Options Form, the invoice for the remaining balance, information about activity scholarships and Activity Credits, and the paperwork needed for all participants. March 1: Troops must have the Program Options Form completed. March: The Outdoor Program Team will create schedules. April 1: Girls requesting an activity scholarship should have completed their application. April 2: All troops will receive an email containing troop camping schedules, sleeping arrangements, packing lists, a map, directions to camp, and COVID-19 rules and guidance. May 26: Camp payments are due in full.

COVID- 19 At Girl Scouts of Utah, we are and will continue to follow all national and local COVID-19 guidelines including: — Health screenings (before and during your session) — Fewer troops and fewer participants in attendance — Face coverings — Frequent hand washing — Enhanced sanitation and food service protocols

Disclaimer Girl Scouts of Utah plans quality programs for camp with the health, safety, and wellbeing of the campers as our first priority. Sessions may be altered or canceled due to weather, fire, natural disaster, lack of staff, or lack of registrations. No alternation or refunds will be issued if changes are made to activities due to weather, fire, or natural disaster. However, if changes become necessary due to the impact of COVID-19, we will offer alternate program options or the option to choose a full refund (including the deposit). Camp programs such as horseback riding, high ropes course, waterfront, rock climbing, hiking, etc. may be canceled or altered due to weather conditions such as lightning, extreme heat, thunder, rain, and so forth during scheduled program time. COVID UPDATES: Due to the pandemic, program details may change as event dates approach. Check our website for the most current information. 7

Troop Camping Guide 2021 Refunds Partial refunds are made only if a girl or adult becomes ill and cannot attend her camp program as scheduled. A physician’s note is required and a request for the refund must be submitted in writing to Girl Scouts of Utah within one week after the camp session. No refunds are given if a girl or adult returns home during camp because of illness, injury, homesickness, misconduct, and/or any other circumstance. The camp health supervisor has the right to refuse admittance to any girl or adult who does not meet acceptable health conditions. The Camp Director reserves the right to request that any child or adult who is ill or unable to adapt to camp living be returned home. However, if changes become necessary due to the impact of COVID-19, we will offer alternate program options or the option to choose a full refund (including the deposit).

Other Camp Information Camp Expectations Everyone is expected to follow the Girl Scout Promise and Law. Girls are asked to listen and follow directions from camp staff and troop leaders, use the buddy system, stay with the group, and stay in camp boundaries. No drugs, alcohol, pets, or weapons are permitted on Girl Scout property. Smoking is permitted by those of legal age outside the gate only. The Camp Director reserves the right to send home anyone who neglects to follow camp rules, becomes a danger to herself or others, or damages property. No refund will be given if someone is sent home due to misconduct or refusal to follow the policy. Girl to Adult Ratios Troops often have bridging ceremonies in May to end their troop year, while other troops wait until the end of the summer. For troop camping we ask that girls are identified by what age level they will be going into in the fall school year. If a girl is currently in: – 1st grade ending in May, she will be considered a 2nd grader for camp – 3rd grade ending in May, she will be considered a 4th grader for camp – 5th grade ending in May, she will be considered a 6th grader for camp – 8th grade ending in May, she will be considered a 9th grader for camp – 10th grade ending in May, she will be considered an 11th grader for camp Why do we do this? We have the girls “bridge” over to the next age level so they are able to participate in more activities. For example, a fourth-grader is able to go kayaking on the lake, while a third-grader can only canoe; a sixthgrader can do the High Ropes Course, while a fifth-grader cannot. These restrictions are due to the Safety Activity Checkpoints and the progression built into the camp program. 8

Troop Camping Guide 2021 Girl to Adult Ratios (continued) For all troops, including multi-level troops, the following girl/adult ratios must be followed based on the number of girls attending. You may notice that these numbers are slightly different than the numbers in Safety Activity Checkpoints, due to camp staff being included in adult ratios. This is a troop camping experience. If your troop does not meet the below ratios, your troop will be asked to add or decrease the number of adults coming with you. If you have questions about this, please contact info@gsutah.org before registration. Number of Girls Number of Adults 5-8 2 9-18 3 19-24 25-30 31-36 37-42

4 5 6 7

Ratio 1:4 1:6 1:6 1:6 1:6 1:6

Looking to attend camp with each girl having an adult companion? Check out the following programs: — Family Camp at Trefoil Ranch or Camp Cloud Rim — School Year Programs at Trefoil Ranch or Camp Cloud Rim Visit gsutah.org/camp for more information Late Arrivals and Early Departures We ask that girls and adults coming to a troop camping experience be able to stay for the entire duration of the event. If your troop has girls or adults who need to arrive or depart at different times due to other obligations, you will need to work with the Camp Director to make these arrangements. People with Special Needs If a person has a serious medical condition (heart condition, seizure disorder, severe allergies, diabetes, etc.) or has an intellectual or behavioral disability that may require more support, please contact the Camp Director so they can work with your troop to find the most appropriate program or adult supervision for her. In addition, Girl Scouts of Utah has a partnership with Camp Kostopulos located near Salt Lake City, which specializes in serving people with special needs. Phones Campers are not allowed to use cell phones or the camp phones. We ask that if adults must use a cell phone that they do so away from the campers. We request that all contact with parents/guardians be made through the camp office rather than through troop leaders’ cell phones. The Camp Director or troop leader will contact parents/guardians if there are any problems with a girl at camp, including severe illness or homesickness. Please advise parents to avoid promising their camper that she will be able to call home while at camp. 9

Troop Camping Guide 2021 Security Camp Cloud Rim and Trefoil Ranch both have a full–time site manager, a locked gate, and are patrolled by Camp Cloud Rim and Trefoil Ranch both have a full-time site manager and a locked gate, and are patrolled by local law enforcement agencies. The campsite areas are secure and monitored by staff. Special Dietary Needs The camps can facilitate basic special diets including lactose intolerance, vegetarian, gluten-free, and simple allergies. People with severe food allergies must be fully able to manage their allergies at camp and know not to eat any of that food. We will do our best to accommodate but cannot guarantee a person will not come into contact with any particular type of food or allergen during her stay. At times, people with special dietary needs may be asked to help supplement their food in order to ensure the person is getting sufficient food and appropriate nutrition. If a person has moderate to severe dietary restrictions or food allergies, please consult the Camp Director before enrolling them in a camp program. SWAPS SWAPS are “Special Whatchamacallits Affectionately Pinned Somewhere.” Due to COVID-19, a SWAPS fest will not be occurring during the 2021 season. We encourage troops to actively participate in the Survivorthemed experience instead. Tag–a–Longs and Visitors For the safety and security of all participants and to ensure quality programming, tag-a-longs or visitors not registered for this event (boys, girls, adults, siblings, children, infants, parents, etc.) may not stay or visit this event. Trading Post (Camp Store) T-shirts, jewelry, small stuffed animals, and other camp mementos will be available for purchase at the Trading Post. Items range in price from $1-$50. The Trading Post can accept cash, credit card (VISA, Master Card, or American Express), check, or Activity Credits. Please have girls bring these funds with them to camp. It is not possible to transfer funds from resident camp, or deposit money in advance for the Trading Post for troop camping programs. Troop/Group Camping 101 Troop camping during summer camp does not require troop leaders to take the Troop Camping 101 course, as trained camp staff and our Camp Directors are onsite with you. If you’d like more information about this training, please contact info@gsutah.org or visit the activities calendar on our website.

COVID UPDATES: Due to the pandemic, program details may change as event dates approach. Check our website for the most current information. 10

Troop Camping Guide 2021 Health Services Camp Forms (Girls and Adults) All required forms will be collected in UltraCamp prior to the troop’s arrival at camp. In early April, troop leaders will receive communication from Girl Scouts of Utah outlining the steps they need to take in order to connect their troop camping attendees with these online forms. Forms will include: Program Release form, Medication Log (if applicable), and EPI-Pen Authorization form (if applicable). Note: Girls and adults will have their own UltraCamp accounts; they are not to be added to the troop leader’s UltraCamp account. FORMS ARE DUE 2 WEEKS PRIOR TO A TROOP CAMPING SESSION. Health Insurance Campers are covered by supplemental (secondary) accident insurance while they are at camp. Pre-existing illnesses or conditions are not covered. Pre-Camp Health Screening All participants will need to complete a pre-screen prior to your session starting. More details on this screening will be given in April along with the COVID-19 rules and guidance. Initial Health Screen at Camp All girls and adults staying at camp will go through a brief health screening upon arrival, including a symptom check and verbal Q&A about COVID-19. Girls and adults found to have a temperature of 100.4° or a contagious disease will be sent home. All campers are checked for head lice and, if found, will be asked to return home for treatment before being allowed back at camp. Girls should wait until after their lice checks to braid their hair, if they wish to do so. Health Supervisor All camps have a qualified health supervisor on site with a Level 2 First Aid certification or higher. Camp is able to administer basic first aid only. A doctor is on-call and medical facilities are readily available. In the event of an emergency, the camp or EMS will transport the camper to emergency services. The Camp Director will notify parents/guardians in the event of a serious illness or injury. Insect Related Diseases With girls spending a majority of their time outside while at camp, girls are subject to the potential exposure of diseases associated with insect bites such as: West Nile Virus, Zika Virus, lice, bed bugs, and Lyme disease, among others. Girls can take precautions against insect bites by wearing long sleeves, long pants, and mosquito repellent containing DEET. This is especially important in the early morning and evening hours when insect activity is higher. Medications Medication must be in its original container and must be prescribed specifically for the individual. All camp locations carry over-the-counter medication such as Tylenol, Ibuprofen, Tums, Benadryl, and cough drops. All medications must be locked. Asthma: A child or adult with asthma needs to be responsible to carry their inhaler, take their medication when needed, and ask for help if they need additional assistance. 11

Troop Camping Guide 2021 Health Services (continued) Diabetes: A child or adult with diabetes needs to be able to test their own blood, communicate when they need rest or a snack, and manage their own medication. Camp staff cannot administer shots. Anaphylactic Allergies: A child or adult who has been prescribed an EpiPen must carry it on them at all times. There is a separate EpiPen Authorization form, which will give permission to who can administer the EpiPen (individual only and/or adult responsible for the child). Physical Requirements Programs at all troop camp locations require that participants are able to walk up and down hills on uneven trails, climb stairs, hike up to one mile, and carry daily necessities in a backpack (flashlight, jacket, water bottle, sunscreen, etc.). Some programs may have additional physical requirements. To participate in any program, girls and adults must be able to listen to and follow directions, wear required safety equipment, and perform the physical requirements of the activity. Self-Care Campers need to be able to manage their own basic health and hygiene, such as carrying and drinking water from their water bottles throughout the day, eating a variety of food, putting on sunscreen when asked, wearing appropriate clothing for the weather, brushing their own hair and teeth each day, walking to and using camp restrooms, and changing clothing each day.

Overview of Programming Options Programming – Troop Leader Led Troop leaders will need to provide their own programming for times when they are not scheduled with camp staff (known as troop time). Troops will need to follow Safety Activity Checkpoints for their troop time activities and will not be allowed to use program areas (i.e. archery, waterfront, rock climbing) as other troops will be using these areas with camp staff. Communal areas will be limited to one group at a time, with camp staff-led programming taking priority. It is recommended that troop time be spent in the unit area or hiking on trails. Troops doing their own campfires and/or fire building will depend on the fire restrictions at the time. Programming – Camp Staff Led Camp staff will provide three blocks of program time in addition to two evening activities. Cloud Rim and Trefoil Ranch have numerous program areas for the troops to experience during their stay at camp. — All program areas have staff who are specifically trained for that activity. — Participants will receive a safety orientation and will be monitored until competency is demonstrated. — Participants will use the equipment provided by camp. — All program areas are progressive in nature by grade level. — Girl Scouts of Utah’s camps follow the safety guidelines outlined by GSUSA and the American Camp Association. — All program areas and activities are subject to weather conditions. COVID UPDATES: Due to the pandemic, program details may change as event dates approach. Check our website for the most current information. 12

Troop Camping Guide 2021 Below are lists of all the camp staff-led programming options available during your troop camping session at GSU’s camp properties. Please be prepared to rank your top five activities in the Program Survey for your troop. For example: (1) Horseback Riding Experience, (2) Outdoor Skills, (3) Mad Science, (4) Archery Range, (5) Eco Hike.

Trefoil Ranch Specific Program Options Archery (girls entering grades 2–12) Campers can experience Trefoil Ranch’s archery range, which uses Genesis compound bows (official bow of the National Archery in Schools program) and basic archery targets connected to hay bales. Camp staff are trained for the camp’s specific archery range through a Level 2 USA Archery Instructor. Cadettes will work on some of the requirements for the Archery Badge. Hatchet Throwing (girls entering grades 6-12) Campers can experience the latest craze of hatchet throwing at Trefoil Ranch! Girls will learn safety of the sport and work to improve their aim while at the course. Camp staff are trained for the camp’s specific hatchet range and follow all safety standards. High Ropes Course (girls entering grades 6–12) Experience the high ropes course at Trefoil Ranch. The high ropes course provides campers the opportunity to climb up a pole while being belayed and then traverse across numerous elements with lobster claws. Each summer the course is inspected and camp staff are trained by an Association of Challenge Course Technology-approved vendor. Horseback Riding and Horse Care (girls entering grades 1–12) Campers will visit the stables at camp where they will meet some of the horses while learning some of the basics of horseback riding and horse care. Campers will be fitted for helmets and boots (if needed) when arriving at the stables. Camp staff will assist campers on a brief ride around the arena, learn horse grooming and ground handling, as well as assist with horse care (stall cleaning and watering). Outdoor Art Badge Series – Maker (girls entering grade 1) – Creator (girls entering grades 2–3) – Explorer (girls entering grades 4–5)

– Apprentice (girls entering grades 6–8) – Expert (girls entering grades 9–10) – Ambassador (girls entering grades 11–12)

Trefoil Ranch is a beautiful place to experience the Outdoor Art badges! Girls will work on various art projects in different locations at camp based on the badge curriculum. Multi-level troops will be grouped based on grade levels. Camp staff will work with your girls to complete sections of the badge. Some badges may require additional steps after camp. Woodworking Experience (girls entering grades 1-12) Enjoy Trefoil Ranch’s woodworking shop this summer! Girls who sign up for this woodworking introduction course will learn skills, such as how to sand, use a hammer, and an introduction to other hand tools. By the end of the session, girls will create a string art project to take home. Girls will not use the power tools during this session. Cadettes will work on some of the requirements for the Woodworking badge. 13

Troop Camping Guide 2021 Cloud Rim Specific Program Options Art — Kool-Aid and Canvas (girls entering grades 1-12) — Pottery Experience (girls entering grades 1-12) Cloud Rim’s art program has two mediums that campers can try this summer at troop camping. Girls who sign up for Kool-Aid and Canvas will take a seat at the easels in a casual, fun environment to create their own works of art using paint and brushes with easily understood, step-by-step instruction. Girls who sign up for pottery will experience time on the pottery wheels and hand building. Pieces built in pottery will not be fired or glazed. Pottery and painting experiences are led by camp staff with backgrounds in these mediums. Bouldering and Rock Climbing — Bouldering (girls entering grades 1–12) — Rock Climbing on the camp chimney (girls entering grades 4–12) — Rock Climbing on rock-face outcrop (girls entering grades 6–12) Cloud Rim has a rock-face chimney attached to the lodge where campers can learn the basics of bouldering and rock climbing. Bouldering is a type of climbing where campers traverse across the chimney with a spotter following them (no harness or rope, pre-determined climbing height). The Cloud Rim chimney is approximately 30 feet tall and girls climb using a harness, rope, and helmet. Cloud Rim also has a rock-face outcrop where 6th –12th graders can experience more climbing. Mt. Majestic Hike (girls entering grades 4–12) Mt. Majestic is a nearby peak to Camp Cloud Rim. The hike is five miles round trip with a 1500-foot elevation gain. A staff member who is certified in Wilderness First Aid and familiar with the trail will lead the hike. Troops will have an early breakfast and then hit the trail at 7:30 a.m. with a sack lunch and return to camp around 2:00 p.m. Note: The hike will take two of your three program blocks. Primitive Camping Experience (girls entering grades 4-12) Thinking about a backpacking trip as a troop? Try out this overnight experience first! Campers will pack out their gear for the night starting around 3:00 p.m., hike to a location, set up pop-up tents or hammocks, cook dinner on camp stoves, fall asleep under the stars, wake up, pack up their gear, and hike back to camp in time for breakfast (8:00 a.m.). Gear is provided by camp with the exception of personal items. Overnight locations are determined by camp staff and are on or near camp property within a 20 minute walk from the lodge. Note: The overnight experience will take two of your three program blocks. Girls will earn the Junior Eco Camper, Cadette Primitive Camper, and Senior Adventure Camper badges.

COVID UPDATES: Due to the pandemic, program details may change as event dates approach. Check our website for the most current information. 14

Troop Camping Guide 2021 Camp Cloud Rim Program Options (continued) Waterfront at Cloud Rim (girls entering grades 1–12) Camp Cloud Rim is home to Lake Brimhall where campers can participate in a wide variety of activities. The waterfront is staffed by waterfront lifeguards with training in watercraft activities. All campers are required to wear life jackets while swimming and while operating canoes, kayaks, sailboats, and other watercraft. All campers can canoe and swim. Campers entering grades 4–12 can kayak and paddle board.

Program Options at Both Camps Amazing Animals Girls will become young biologists by learning about the animals that live around camp. Identify various animal tracks and create a track to take home. Study the lifecycle and food chain of owls and use a magnifying glass and tweezers to dissect a sterilized owl pellet. Juniors will work on some of the requirements of the Animal Habitats badge. Mad Science (girls entering grades 1–12) Travel to our outdoor laboratory and mix up some messy fun! Girls will make explosions, catapult marshmallows, and create their own ice cream! Camp staff will lead you through all the experiments while helping you test your theories in this hands-on session. Brownies will work on some of the requirements of the Home Scientist badge. Juniors will work on some of the requirements of the Entertainment Technology badge. Eco Explorers (girls entering grades 1–12) Campers have the opportunity to enjoy a short hike (less than two miles round trip) around camp and participate in other activities while learning about the natural world around them. Activities focus on taking a closer look at surroundings, learning about Leave No Trace, and how girls can help protect our world. Girls will work on some of the requirements for the new Eco Badges based on grade levels: Eco Learner (Daisies), Eco Friend (Brownies), Eco Camper (Juniors), Eco Trekker (Cadettes), Eco Explorer (Seniors), and Eco Advocate (Ambassadors). Outdoor Skills Patch Program — Level 1 (girls entering grades 1-12) — Level 2 (girls entering grades 2-12 who have completed Level 1) — Level 3 (girls entering grades 4-12 who have completed Levels 1 and 2) — Level 4 (girls entering grades 6-12 who have completed Levels 1-3) The Outdoor Skills Patch program is a progressive, five-level program to help Girl Scout DaisiesAmbassadors learn and become proficient in outdoor skills. Through this patch program, girls explore leadership, build skills, and develop a deep appreciation for nature. All girls should begin with Level 1 and continue sequentially to complete levels. Troops will select one level to work on during their session. Large multi-level troops can select a second level by writing their request in the text box at the end of the form. Staff will work with girls to complete steps from a variety of categories for each level. Full levels will not be completed during this session.

COVID UPDATES: Due to the pandemic, program details may change as event dates approach. Check our website for the most current information. 15

Troop Camping Guide 2021

Theme: Survivor Theme for Troop Camping Sessions: Survivor Get ready to take on survival challenges during this troop camping experience. Your troop is a team. Choose a team color(s). Wear your team’s color(s) every day and make a team flag before you come or during troop time. Use teamwork in group challenges to earn valuable supplies to be used in a troop vs. troop competition. Can your troop outplay the competition? Troop Schedule Sample If you would like a peek at a Troop Schedule Sample from a previous session, email info@gsutah.org. Schedules will be different in 2021 as we prepare to run camp with adaptations, such as reduced group sizes, masks, enhanced wellness checks, and enhanced cleaning/sanitation.

COVID UPDATES: Due to the pandemic, program details may change as event dates approach. Check our website for the most current information. 16